Hiring for Offshore Fleet (EU/UK)

Location:

France, Germany and United Kingdom

Job Description:

GreenTec Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced maritime professionals for a range of upcoming projects across Europe, including Guard Vessel operations, Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs) and workboats.

Multiple opportunities are available for deck crew, vessel catering personnel, marine engineers and qualified CTV officers. Candidates must hold the required qualifications, valid maritime certificates and relevant vessel experience.

Available Positions:

1. ABLE SEAMAN (AB) – 4 VACANCIES

• Location: Brest, France
• Vessel Type: Guard Vessel
• Start Date: End November 2026
• Contract Duration: 3–4 months, subject to project confirmation
• Operations: 24/7

Requirements:

• French language proficiency – essential
• Previous experience working onboard vessels
• Valid STCW certificates
• Relevant Able Seaman / Deckhand qualifications
• Ability to work within a 24/7 guard vessel operation

2. VESSEL COOK

• Location: Germany
• Travel Date: 18 November 2026
• Working Period: 19 November – 14 December 2026
• Travel Home: 15 December 2026

Requirements:

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate or higher
• All relevant STCW certificates valid and in date
• Previous experience as a Cook onboard vessels
• Ability to work on smaller vessels and adapt to vessel movement
• Experience managing onboard catering budgets, provisions and supplies

3. MARINE ENGINEER – CTV OPERATIONS

• Location: Various locations across Europe
• Vessel Type: Crew Transfer Vessels (CTVs)
• Start Date: Throughout November 2026
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off
• Operations: 24-hour operations
• Accommodation: Ashore; room sharing may be required, with separate rest periods

Requirements:

• AEC 1 & 2 or EOOW qualification
• UK Certificate of Competency (CoC) or appropriate UK Flag State endorsement
• Previous experience working as a Sole Engineer – essential
• Previous CTV engineering experience – essential
• Valid STCW certificates
• Proven ability to independently operate and maintain vessel machinery

4. MASTER 500 GT – CTV

• Location: UK Waters
• Vessel Type: Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV)
• Start Date: Upcoming rotations
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Requirements:

• Master 500 GT Certificate of Competency (CoC) or higher
• Previous CTV experience – essential
• Valid STCW certificates
• Right to work in the UK or valid UK Frontier Worker Permit (FWP)

5. DECKHAND – CTV

• Location: UK Waters
• Vessel Type: Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV)
• Start Date: Upcoming rotations
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Requirements:

• Navigational Watch Rating Certificate or AEC 1
• Previous vessel experience – essential
• Relevant deck operations experience
• Valid STCW certificates
• Right to work in the UK or valid UK Frontier Worker Permit (FWP)

General Requirements:

• Previous maritime experience relevant to the applied position
• Valid certificates and qualifications required for the specific role
• Valid medical fitness certification as applicable
• Ability to work safely and effectively onboard vessels
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Employment Details:

• Vessel Types: Guard Vessel, CTV and Workboat
• Locations: France, Germany and UK
• Contract Duration: 3–4 months for the Guard Vessel AB positions; other contracts as specified above
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off for CTV Marine Engineer, Master and Deckhand positions
• Salary: To be confirmed by employer
• Accommodation: Ashore accommodation provided for the CTV Marine Engineer position; room sharing may be required

Application Process:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send their updated CV and relevant certificates/documents to: